fbs inc
Ingot Brokers
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Overview
fbs inc was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Australia, while Ingot Brokers was established in 2004 and is based in Australia. fbs inc holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Ingot Brokers is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. fbs inc serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Ingot Brokers has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fbs inc and $1000 at Ingot Brokers.
| Feature | fbs inc | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F225 | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2018 | 2004 |
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fbs inc and Ingot Brokers, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ingot Brokers has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1000 (vs $250 at fbs inc). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Ingot Brokers applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; fbs inc does not. Overall, fbs inc scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fbs inc | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
fbs inc offers MT5, cTrader, while Ingot Brokers supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fbs inc supports social and copy trading features, which Ingot Brokers does not offer. Ingot Brokers edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | fbs inc | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how fbs inc and Ingot Brokers compare. fbs inc runs regular live webinars; Ingot Brokers does not. Both provide video tutorials. fbs inc publishes daily market commentary; Ingot Brokers does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. fbs inc maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fbs inc scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fbs inc | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. fbs inc accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Ingot Brokers supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). fbs inc uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fbs inc scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fbs inc | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both fbs inc and Ingot Brokers offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. fbs inc supports 8 languages and Ingot Brokers supports 2, giving fbs inc broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | fbs inc | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |